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Hit Club Get Steppin': How to Get More Steps In

In light of National Walking Month and the Hit Club Step Challenge, I thought I’d share some little tips on how to get more steps into your day.


  1. Embrace the Pomodoro Technique: The Pomodoro Technique is a simple time management technique that encourages you to work in focused intervals, typically 25 minutes, followed by a short 5 minutes break. Instead of sitting through your entire workday without moving, use these breaks to do something active/productive. It could be hanging out a washing, doing some hoovering or just taking some laps around the house while you wait for the kettle to boil for another cup of tea.

  2. Exercise Snacks: Tie this one in with the Pomodoro Technique. An exercise snack is essentially just a short burst of exercise - it can be as short as 1 minute. E.g. jumping jacks, stair climbs or lunges. Exercise snacks throughout the day can really add up and are proven to reduce blood sugar levels and improve cardiovascular health. 

  3. Park Further Away and Take the Stairs: Whether you're running errands or commuting to work, parking further away is an easy way to sneak in extra steps. Also, get that booty and those calves burning by switching the elevator for the stairs. 

  4. Create a "Fake Commute": For those who work from home. Make a habit of a "fake commute" by scheduling a morning and evening walk. This is also a great way to get some fresh air and sunlight which will have you feeling more alert and ready for the day ahead. 

  5. Schedule Walking Meetings or Calls: Where possible, schedule walking meetings or calls, this allows you to combine work with physical activity. Whether you have a 1-1 with a colleague, are catching up with a friend or are on a company conference call, walking while talking/listening can help you get more steps in without sacrificing productivity. Plus, getting the body walking/moving can help improve brain function/problem solving! So if you’re feeling stuck at work, take a movement break and you’ll often find you come back with a solution and clearer mind.  

  6. Make Walking a Priority: Finally, prioritise walking in your daily routine. Schedule walks into your calendar and set a step count goal. 10,000 steps is often thrown around as a “magic number” but studies show 7000 steps can greatly improve cardiovascular health. For those with a sedentary job, this might be a more realistic, longer term target. 


Get outside, enjoy this glorious sunshine and get stepping guys! ☀️

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